Excellent
#376 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 8% in state
PS 253
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #21
601 OCEANVIEW AVE, Brooklyn, NY 11235
Enrollment
913
Student-Teacher
14.7:1
Score
8.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
913
Student-Teacher
14.7:1
Score
8.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#376 of 4,742
In Brooklyn
#29 of 570
public schools
In district
#1 of 40
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #21
Academic growth
9.7 / 10
Excellent
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PS 253
Elementary School in Brooklyn · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About PS 253
PS 253 is a public elementary school in Brooklyn, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #21. PS 253 serves approximately 913 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 14.7:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 253 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 out of 10 and ranks #376 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for PS 253 show 74% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 8.4 · Excellent
- District avg 5.9
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
37% of students at PS 253 were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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PS 253 — Students at PS 253 score 72% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
90.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 32 test records from NY state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.7/10.
How PS 253 Compares
See how PS 253 performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
601 OCEANVIEW AVE, Brooklyn, NY 11235
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering PS 253 may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PS 195 MANHATTAN BEACH (rated 7.2/10, 1.0 miles away), a more accessible option. Another option is PS 100 CONEY ISLAND SCHOOL (THE) (rated 6.9/10, 0.5 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, PS 209 MARGARET MEAD (rated 6.7/10, 0.5 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Brooklyn, see our Brooklyn schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| WILLIAM E GRADY CAREER AND TECHNICAL EDUCATION HIGH SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.2 mi | 6.1 |
| PS 771 Brooklyn | 0.3 mi | 3.8 |
| PS 225 EILEEN E ZAGLIN (THE) Brooklyn | 0.3 mi | 5.7 |
| ABRAHAM LINCOLN HIGH SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.4 mi | 7.0 |
| PS 209 MARGARET MEAD Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 6.7 |
| SHULAMITH SCHOOL FOR GIRLS OF BROOKLYN Brooklyn | 0.4 mi | 5.9 |
| PS 370 Brooklyn | 0.4 mi | 4.5 |
| IS 98 BAY ACADEMY Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 7.7 |
| YESHIVAT MAGEN ABRAHAM Brooklyn | 0.6 mi | 6.5 |
| PS 100 CONEY ISLAND SCHOOL (THE) Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 6.9 |
| RACHEL CARSON HIGH SCHOOL FOR COASTAL STUDIES Brooklyn | 0.6 mi | 7.9 |
| AHI EZER YESHIVA SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.7 mi | 5.8 |
| IS 303 HERBERT S EISENBERG Brooklyn | 0.6 mi | 5.7 |
| CONEY ISLAND PREPARATORY PUBLIC CHARTER SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.6 mi | 5.8 |
| PS 216 ARTURO TOSCANINI Brooklyn | 0.8 mi | 5.8 |
| ST MARK CATHOLIC ACADEMY Brooklyn | 0.8 mi | 6.2 |
| OUR LADY OF GRACE CATHOLIC ACADEMY Brooklyn | 1.0 mi | 6.4 |
| PS 254 DAG HAMMARSKJOLD Brooklyn | 0.9 mi | 6.6 |
| YESHIVAT DARCHE ERES BOYS HIGH SCHOOL Brooklyn | 1.0 mi | 3.3 |
| PS 195 MANHATTAN BEACH Brooklyn | 1.0 mi | 7.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11235 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$61,689
Median Home Value
$723,900
Median Rent
$1,649/mo
Population
81,958
College Educated
49.6%
Homeownership
37%
Avg Commute
42.5 min
Poverty Rate
17.4%
Median Age
47.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| HARBOR HILL SCHOOL Greenvale, NY | 8.4 |
| MINNESAUKE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL East Setauket, NY | 8.4 |
| NORTHWEST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Amityville, NY | 8.4 |
| PS 105 BLYTHEBOURNE (THE) Brooklyn, NY | 8.4 |
| PS 50 FRANK HANKINSON Staten Island, NY | 8.4 |
| SHELTER ROCK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Manhasset, NY | 8.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about PS 253
What grades does PS 253 serve?
PS 253 serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend PS 253?
PS 253 has an enrollment of approximately 913 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 253?
The student-teacher ratio at PS 253 is 14.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does PS 253 rank in NY?
PS 253 ranks #376 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is PS 253's MySchoolScout rating?
PS 253 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at PS 253?
Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 253 has 74% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is PS 253 a charter school?
No, PS 253 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is PS 253 a Title I school?
No, PS 253 is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 253?
90.5% of students at PS 253 qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 913
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 62
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 90.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Kings County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 36.7%
- Phone
- (718) 332-3331
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #21- District Enrollment
- 34,525
- Schools in District
- 40
- District Rank
- #1 of 40
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